Sapphire and Ruby Nugget Shape Pave Diamond Beads Necklace
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Silver:41.83G, Diamond:16.45CT, Sapphire:46.68CT, Ruby:13.02CT
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Silver
Black Diamond Pave Snake Bracelet Ruby Eyes 6.36 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
"It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Rubies = 0.05 Carats Black Diamonds = 6.31 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
Early Boucher Pave and Ruby Cab Spray
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
Early Boucher Pave and Ruby Cab Floral Spray from the 1930's. Delicate pave blooms in elaborate pierced setting with tiny faux ruby cabs and baguette stems. 1930's USA, Early Signat...
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Estate 18K Invisible Princess Cut Diamond Baguette Ruby Pavé Huggie Earrings
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A field of invisibly set princess-cut diamonds forms the center, framed by a halo of finely pavé-set rounds, while a graduated panel of vivid red rubies anchors the base with saturat...
Diamond, Ruby
$2,799Sale Price|26% Off
Black Diamond Pave Snake Bracelet Ruby Eyes 6.36 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
"It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Rubies = 0.05 Carats Black Diamonds = 6.31 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
$312Sale Price|20% Off
Certified natural pave diamond ruby 925 silver flower wedding ring
Located in Delhi, DL
The ring consists of; Diamond weight- 1.10cts Diamond type- Natural pave diamonds Diamond origin- Natural earth mined Metal- Silver Metal purity- 925 silver Metal color- Oxidized sil...
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver, Silver
Black Diamond Pave Snake Bracelet Ruby Eyes 6.36 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
"It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Rubies = 0.05 Carats Black Diamonds = 6.31 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
18k Rose Gold Pave Diamond with 1 Ruby Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Rose Gold Pave Diamond with 1 Ruby Band Ring This stunning Diamond Ruby Band Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Designer Pave Diamond Raven Ring With Ruby In 14k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Cool looking Diamond Pave Raven Ring set in silver and 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
18K Yellow Gold 0.63ctw Pave Diamond and Ruby Open Hoop Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Color: I - J Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Cut: Very Good Polish: Very Good Symmetry: Very Good Bezel Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with: Two (2) natural, round-shaped, brilliant cut rubies: S...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby & Fancy Diamond Pave Set 18K Rose Gold Key Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 4.40x1.30x0.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "47 Fancy Diamonds 0.16 CT 27 Ruby 0.40 CT 18KR 2.56 GM (WDTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewel...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pave Diamond snake ring with Natural emerald Natural ruby Victorian ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond snake ring Natural Diamond Natural emerald Natural ruby Victorian snake ring Gemstone: Diamond, emerald ruby Ring size 7US MATERIAL = 925Sterling Silver ...
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver
$8,960Sale Price|20% Off
Italian 18k Two-Tone Gold Pavé Diamond and Ruby Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed with a bold geometric rhythm, the bracelet alternates pavé diamond sections with sleek ruby accents, creating a striking interplay of sparkle and rich color.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Gems Are Forever 5 Carat Ruby and Pave Diamond Earrings
By Gems Are Forever
Located in beverly hills, CA
Each earring features two deep red oval rubies, totaling approximately 5 carats, set within frames of sparkling pave diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Estate 18K Marquise Pavé Round Diamond & Ruby Wide Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A delicate line of vivid natural rubies provides a rich contrast, while pavé-set diamonds frame the design with exceptional brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 18K Gold Necklace with Rubies and Diamond Pavé Bow Motif
Located in Roma, RM
A continuous row of vivid rubies follows the curve of the necklace, introducing rich color and visual depth, while diamond pavé accents along the openwork gold framework add refined ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby & Pink Sapphire Pave Set 18K Rose Gold Drop Earring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 1.50x1.00x0.20cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "38 Pink Sapphire 0.51 CT 36 Ruby 0.41 CT 18KR 3.60 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewelr...
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$592Sale Price|47% Off
Natural pave diamond designer snake oxidized sterling silver ruby bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
This elegant hinged bangle consists of: Diamond- 3.50cts Diamond type: Pave diamonds Diamond color: White Metal: Silver Metal Purity: Sterling Silver or 92.5% Pure Gemstone- Ruby a...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Puppy Dog Fancy Pave Diamond Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.09x1.81x2.98cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "103 Fancy Diamonds 1.70 CT 2 Ruby 0.06 CT 18KR 8.25 GM (WNTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
LeVian 14K Yellow Gold Baguette Cut Ruby and Pave Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: LeVian Material: 14K yellow gold Rubies: 26 baguette cut= 0.61cttw Diamonds: 72 round cut= 0.36cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1-SI2 Dimensions: the ring measures 11.5mm wide at...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Panther Head Bangle Ruby and Diamond Pave Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Ruby and Diamond Pave Panther Head Bangle Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Bangle features two Panther heads facing each other in 18k Yellow Gold with Round Brilliant Di...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Pave Diamond Bangle Made In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Chic and classy this cabochon ruby with pave diamonds bangle is oval in shape and opens on side and easy to wear on.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Ruby Diamond Pave Bombe Cocktail Ring Platinum Portuguese 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
The ruby is framed by an impressive dome of pavé-set round brilliant-cut diamonds—about 2 carats in total—chosen for their bright sparkle, creating a powerful contrast and exceptiona...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby & Pave Diamond Ball Earrings Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt:4.17g, Diamond:3.84ct, Silver:20.22g, Ruby:6.12ct Size- 60 -30 mm
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold Thin Ruby Pavé Stackable Band Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow gold thin band ring, stackable rings, with approximately 0.30 carat of Rubies, hand set, comfortable fit, the band measure 1.5 mm width Wear single or multiple flat bands ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Pavé Diamond Bypass Carré Cut Ruby Ribbon Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
The rubies form bold, flowing bands that give the ring wonderful movement and dimension from every angle.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.10 Carat Oval Ruby Pave Diamond Gold Clip Post Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Oval domed ruby and diamond pave halo 18k white gold clip post earrings. 2 oval 8 x 6mm Rubies approx. total weight 3.10cts. 60 round diamonds approx. total weight 2.00cts, F to G...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14kt White Gold Pave Ring with 0.50ct Diamonds & 1.50ct Ruby
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Diamonds Weight: 0.50 carat Cut: Brilliant cut Colour: F-G Clarity: SI-P Quality: Very good Gemstone: Ruby Cut: Round cut Colour: Red Weight: 1.50 carats Jewel: Ring Weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Tesoro 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Pavé Bracelet Wristwatch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
The softly rounded case is framed by multiple rows of vibrant rubies, while the matching articulated bracelet continues the design with ruby pavé links accented by elongated diamond-...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Oval Ruby and Pavé Diamond White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold. Ruby- 32.51ct Total Weight Diamond- 0.36ct Total Weight All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
RUCHI Ruby, Pavé Black Diamond & Diamond Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold. Ruby - 20.31 Cts Black Diamond - 0.81 Cts Diamond- 0.67 Cts All Diamonds are G/ H-SI
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Estate Earrings Elegant Pavé Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A vibrant expression of classic elegance, these estate earrings are beautifully crafted in 18K yellow gold and adorned with a captivating arrangement of rubies and diamonds. Designed...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Pave Emerald & Ruby Band Ring Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:6.556g, EMER:2.84ct,RUBY:0.86ct, Size: US-7
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Style Red Pink Ruby Bead & Diamond Pave Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Tysons, VA
Details: Style: Vintage Style Gemstones: Ruby (Pebble Beads), Diamonds (Pave) Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Closure: Lever-Back Item Type: Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate NAMDAR 18K Pave Diamond Ruby Huggie Omega Clip Earrings 9ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
These substantial earrings are pavé and channel set with approximately 6.00 carats of finely matched G–H color, VS1–VS2 clarity round and baguette diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 1.14 Carat Round Ruby Diamond Gold Pave Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Pave Ring The ring is 18K White Gold The Center Stone is a Round Ruby 1.14 Carats The Ruby is AGL Certified Heated There are 0.77 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS/SI The ring is a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.89 Carat Round Ruby Diamond Gold Pave Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Round Halo Pave Ring The ring is 18K White Gold The Center Stone is a Round Ruby 0.89 Carats The Ruby is AGL Certified Heated There are 0.81 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS/SI Th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Gold Vintage Pave Diamond and Ruby Fox Head Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This striking ring features a sterling silver fox head with 27 pave rose-cut diamonds that are bead set (approximately .5mm to 1mm each) and 2 ruby eyes (approximately 1.5 mm each).
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby Pave Bombe Ring with Twisted Rope Shank, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Greenwich, CT
A domed bombé cluster set with approximately 26 round-faceted rubies in a vivid pinkish-red, prong-set across the curved surface in a tight pavé arrangement.
Ruby, 14k Gold
Ruby Dangle Earrings With Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
These striking dangle earrings feature vivid rubies accented with a sparkling pave diamond surround.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Pave Diamond Snake Earrings With Ruby Eyes In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:0.400g,D:3.44ct,SI:14.140g, Ruby:0.23ct, 54X39 MM
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold
3.2 Carat Ruby Pave Eternity Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
Ruby eternity ring, an approximate total carat weight of 3.2 carat, hand made in New York City with the best Italian craftsmanship, conceived in 18k yellow gold, each ruby is hand ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$210Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Three Stone Marquise Ruby & Diamond Pave Bail Floral Pendant in Silver
Located in New York, NY
Designed in a graceful floral inspired drop motif, the vibrant marquise cut rubies form a delicate blossom, while pavé set diamonds enhance the flowing silhouette with added brillian...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,464Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond and Burma Ruby Shepherd Hoop Earrings
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
These 14K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond & Burma Ruby Shepherd Hoop Earrings are a rare opportunity to own a piece that blends investment potential, exquisite craftsmanship, and vibrant st...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pave Diamond Ruby Thread Macrame Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Ruby Thread Macrame Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
USA Flag Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pave 14K Gold Men Signet Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
14K yellow gold men's statement signet ring features the American flag rendered in pave-set round rubies, blue sapphires, and diamonds across a 23x18mm rectangular face, with a galle...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$528Sale Price / item|20% Off
18 Karat Solid White Gold Thin Ruby Pave Stackable Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Thin Ruby Pave Stackable Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,360Sale Price|20% Off
Leon Mege Reversible Micro Pave Pendant with Carved Moonstone, Rubies, Diamonds
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Burmese carved moonstone 5 rows of micro pave - 2.76 carat TW - full cut F/VS diamonds Natural rubies 3.30 carat TW Outside approximately 22 mm diameter x 11 mm front to back 18" pl...
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Platinum, Silver
$352Sale Price|20% Off
Retro look Natural pave rose cut Diamond sterling silver Ruby Ring
Located in Delhi, DL
-Diamond type- Natural rose diamond -Diamond color- white with a tint of grey -Diamond weight- 1.55ctw -Metal- 925 Sterling silver Metal color- yellow gold plated Gemstone- Ruby...
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Pave and Channel Set Ruby Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Art Deco Pave and Channel Set Ruby Bracelet from the 1930's.
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Solid 14k White Gold Tortoise Pendant Pave Diamond Natural Ruby Gemstone Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k White Gold Tortoise Pendant Pave Diamond Natural Ruby Gemstone Jewelry Details:- Item Code :- FI-34-WG Material - 14K Solid White Gold Diamond Weight - 0.55 Carat Gross We...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Solid 14k Rose Gold Tortoise Pendant Pave Diamond Natural Ruby Gemstone Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k Rose Gold Tortoise Pendant Pave Diamond Natural Ruby Gemstone Jewelry Details:- Item Code :- FI-34RWDR Material - 14K Solid Rose Gold Diamond Weight - 0.55 Carat Gross Wei...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Jean Vitau 18K Yellow Gold Round Ruby and Pave Diamond Dome Ring
By Jean Vitau
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Jean Vitau Material: 18K yellow gold Rubies: 7 round cut= 2.70cttw Diamonds: 78 round cut= 1.30cttw Color: G-H Clarity: VS2-SI1 Dimensions: the ring measures 14.50mm wide a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate GIOVANE 18K Ruby Diamond Pave Clip Cocktail Huggie Earrings 12cttw
By Giovane
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An exceptionally well made pair of earrings by GIOVANE crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with approximately 6cttw in perfectly cut and matching G-H color Vs1-2 clarity round diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Modern Sterling Silver and 18K Gold Pave Diamond Ruby Drop Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
Pave`-set diamond balls and earring posts with round, brilliant cut diamonds with faceted pink rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Estate Platinum Pave Round Princess Diamond Square Ruby Wide Band Ring 2.55ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An elegant contemporary band ring done in platinum and both pave and channel set with approximately 1.35ctw in G-I color Vs1-2 clarity round and princess cut diamonds as well as 1.2...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Genuine Ruby Pave Diamond Eternity Band 14k Yellow Gold Ring Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Ruby red meets diamond brilliance in a bold architectural statement — this 14K solid yellow gold full eternity band alternates emerald-cut natural rubies with micro-pavé diamond squa...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
COCKTAIL RING - Invisible Set Ruby Dome & Pave Diamond Terminal 18K Gold.
Located in Miami, FL
This charming Cocktail ring features a magnificent, high-dome bypass ribbon motif showcasing an extraordinary display of mystery-set natural rubies. Masterfully handcrafted in solid ...
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Hippo Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Pave 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.20x1.65x2.79cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "126 Fancy Diamonds 2.23 CT 2 Ruby 0.04 CT 18KR 9.53 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby & Pave Diamond Minimum Dangle Earrings Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.42g,D:0.18ct, RUBY:0.658ct
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories on 1stDibs.